1976 GAZ 24 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, both 1976 GAZ 24 and 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 (174 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1976 GAZ 24. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1976 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1976 GAZ 24. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GAZ 24 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 24 | 280 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 174 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
